Nikon D6 vs Ricoh CX2
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85 Overall
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Nikon D6 vs Ricoh CX2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Raise to 3280000)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1270g - 160 x 163 x 92mm
- Announced February 2020
- Old Model is Nikon D5
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 185g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Launched August 2009

Nikon D6 vs Ricoh CX2 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon D6 and Ricoh CX2, former is a Pro DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the D6 (21MP) and CX2 (9MP) and the D6 (Full frame) and CX2 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

The D6 was introduced 10 years after the CX2 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Nikon D6 being a Large SLR camera and the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the D6 matches up versus the CX2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon D6 vs Ricoh CX2 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D6 & Ricoh CX2. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon D6 Gallery & Ricoh CX2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D6 over the Ricoh CX2
D6 | CX2 | |||
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Launched | February 2020 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 128 months |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2359k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer screen (+1439k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Nikon D6
CX2 | D6 |
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Common features in the Nikon D6 and Ricoh CX2
D6 | CX2 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon D6 vs Ricoh CX2 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D6 enjoys exterior dimensions of 160mm x 163mm x 92mm (6.3" x 6.4" x 3.6") having a weight of 1270 grams (2.80 lbs) and the Ricoh CX2 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon D6 and Ricoh CX2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the D6 versus the CX2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the D6 and CX2 is 50 and 93 respectively.

Nikon D6 vs Ricoh CX2 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The image here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D6 and CX2.
Plainly, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The D6 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Nikon D6 will offer you more detail using its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more modern D6 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.

Nikon D6 vs Ricoh CX2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D6 vs Ricoh CX2 Specifications
Nikon D6 | Ricoh CX2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon D6 | Ricoh CX2 |
Category | Pro DSLR | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2020-02-11 | 2009-08-20 |
Physical type | Large SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 6 | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21MP | 9MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 102400 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3280000 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 105 | - |
Cross focus points | 105 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Total lenses | 309 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 2,359 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.72x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 900s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 3.00 m (ISO 400) |
Flash modes | Normal, redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1270 grams (2.80 lbs) | 185 grams (0.41 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 160 x 163 x 92mm (6.3" x 6.4" x 3.6") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 3580 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | Dual XQD/CFexpress slots | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Dual | One |
Launch price | $6,496 | $341 |